Tyrna Village and Root Bridge Trail

Tyrna Village and Root Bridge Trail is the gateway trek in East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, near Sohra (Cherrapunji). The village serves as the starting point for the steep stone-step trail descending to Nongriat and the famous Double Decker Living Root Bridge. Notable for its approximately 3,500 steps through subtropical rainforest, the trail showcases Khasi bioengineering where living aerial roots of Ficus elastica are trained into bridges over streams.

Visitors can expect a steep trek starting from Tyrna village parking area descending about 3,500 concrete and stone steps through dense subtropical forest and valley views. The trail passes small shops and rest shelters, crosses streams via living root bridges including the Single and Double Decker Living Root Bridges at Nongriat. The environment is humid, forested and scenic with waterfalls and river pools. Exploration is on foot only and requires a return climb.